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Insert Coin

How We Monetized Play

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By: James Johnson
Narrated by: Terry Silverthorne
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Why did games go from joy-filled to pay-to-win? How did loot boxes, season passes, and virtual currencies take over?

Insert Coin is not just a history—it’s a reveal. Discover how we got from Pong to Fortnite. Understand the psychology behind microtransactions. And explore the rise of indie rebellion in a world of soulless grind.

If you’ve ever felt like your favorite pastime turned into a transaction—this book explains why.

Welcome to the game beneath the game.

Insert Coin. Press Start. Wake up.

©2025 James Johnson (P)2025 James Johnson
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